Comparison

Instant Transcript vs PlainMemos

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Instant Transcript

Convert audio and video files, or live recordings, into accurate transcripts in seconds. This app processes speech entirely on your device for enhanced privacy and speed. Premium unlocks unlimited use, multiple languages, and easy export options.

Highlights
  • Instant speech-to-text conversion
  • On-device processing for privacy
  • Supports audio/video files and live recordings
  • Multiple language support
  • Record audio directly in-app
  • Export as .txt or .pdf
Features
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Turn speech into text instantly. Instant Transcript converts your audio and video files, or live recordings, into accurate, transcripts in seconds. Powered by Apple’s advanced Speech APIs, everything happens 100% on your device, ensuring total privacy and lightning-fast performance. Upgrade to Premium to unlock all features: * Fast & accurate: Generate text transcripts in seconds. * Private & offline: All speech processing stays securely on your device. * Unlimited use: No quotas, no subscriptions, no ads. * Multiple languages: Works with a wide range of languages supported by Apple’s Speech engine. * Easy recording: Record audio directly in the app and transcribe instantly. * Easy export: Save results as Text (.txt) or PDF files for editing or sharing. Terms of use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PlainMemos

Features
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PlainMemos is the fastest private place to save quick text notes and voice memos without turning your thoughts into a workspace. Capture an idea, errand, draft, reminder, or spoken thought in seconds. Start a text memo when you want to type, or record a voice memo when speaking is faster. Organize later with folders and tags, search when you need something back, and export your library whenever you want a backup. PlainMemos is designed for people who want a simple capture inbox, not a bloated notes system. There are no accounts, no social features, no collaboration layers, and no tracking. Your memos stay on your device. Features: Create text memos quickly Record and play back voice memos Organize with folders and tags Search your memo library Share individual memos Export your full library as a ZIP backup Open quick capture from widgets and Shortcuts Light, dark, and system appearance options Local-first storage with no tracking PlainMemos helps you catch thoughts before they disappear, then get back to what you were doing.

Screenshots

Instant Transcript4 screens
PlainMemos4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlainMemos at none against Instant Transcript's 1. PlainMemos also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Instant Transcript sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlainMemos asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Instant Transcript ships an update every 2 weeks, PlainMemos weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Instant Transcript versus PlainMemos: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInstant TranscriptPlainMemos
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerdouglas santosElemental Development

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Instant Transcript

One-time1
  • Premium$8.99
None

PlainMemos

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Instant Transcript free?
Instant Transcript is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlainMemos free?
PlainMemos is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Instant Transcript or PlainMemos have ads?
Neither Instant Transcript nor PlainMemos shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Instant Transcript or PlainMemos?
Instant Transcript ships an update every 2 weeks, and PlainMemos weekly. Most recently, Instant Transcript was updated on October 30, 2026 and PlainMemos on October 28, 2026.

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